In the case of a presenting problem that may NOT require the presence of a physician, if service is provided under the physician's supervision, it is considered:
A) minimal in nature.
B) self-limited in nature.
C) low severity in nature.
D) moderate severity in nature.

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When a presenting problem does not require the presence of a physician, and service is provided under the physician's supervision, it is considered to be minimal in nature. This means that the problem is not complex or severe and can be treated by a non-physician healthcare professional (such as a nurse or medical assistant) under the supervision of a physician.

In the Case of a Presenting Problem That May NOT